Lead Fitness Specialist (CFL/FEP)

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. A qualified candidate possess the following: FACTOR 1. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Must possess the skill and ability to provide fitness training and programming to the patrons. Knowledge gained through relevant experience, which enables the employee to competently and independently carry out continuing fitness programs through proper application of the principles, concepts, and techniques of fitness to the specific needs of the fitness center patrons. Knowledge of the fitness programs offered, including aerobics, strength conditioning and nutrition, and of participant interests. Skill to provide programs to meet the physical development and recreational needs of the military and other members of the community. Knowledge of and skill in the maintenance and use of fitness equipment to maintain equipment in optimum operating condition and ability to provide instruction on safe and proper use. Skill in effectively managing and utilizing all available resources (personnel, supplies and equipment) within a fitness facility. FACTOR 2. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS This position reports directly to the Fitness Director or his/her designee who provides general assignments and objectives. Basic program plans and methods of operation are established for the typical and conventional fitness activities and services involved. The employee works independently to carry out assigned program responsibilities based on priorities set by the supervisor. Employee determines appropriate methods and procedures to accomplish such tasks. Guidance for unusual or complex situations is received from the supervisor. The employee’s tour of duty hours does not always coincide with those of the supervisor and the day-to-day work is carried out with considerable freedom and is subject only to periodic spot checks. Overall program and budget recommendations are reviewed for adequacy and appropriateness, and the supervisor coordinates work of this segment with other segments of the overall fitness program. FACTOR 3. GUIDELINES Departmental, command and local guidelines are available for the fitness programs and operation of facility must comply with fitness standards established by CNIC for size of installation, however, these do not completely identify specific programs and activities to provide specific steps and processes in planning and management. The size and diversity of the program are such that the employee must use judgment in interpreting and adapting policies, regulations and procedures to ensure the timely implementation and the resolution of problems not covered by guidelines. As the result of ongoing analysis of program progress and results, the employee determines areas of inadequacy in guidelines and recommends changes, which will correct problems and promote the more effective achievement of program objectives. FACTOR 4. COMPLEXITY The work consists of duties involving related steps, processes, or methods in connection with the fitness programs in the center which are usually basic (i.e. typical, conventional, and well-established) and are, as a whole, uncomplicated by severe problems such as extreme limitations in resources or by numerous special environmental elements. Decisions regarding what needs to be done are based on readily apparent alternatives. Some decisions may require assessment of participant interests and needs and must be weighed to ensure that choices made do not hamper and are in the best interest of the patrons. Decisions to take action lends itself to straightforward and relatively uncomplicated assessment. FACTOR 5. SCOPE AND EFFECT The work involves management of a fitness program where basic program plans and methods of operation are established. The problems encountered are typical, conventional, and relatively free of complicating environmental elements. The activities and services provided contribute to physical development, and morale and leisure time community recreation needs. Physical fitness is a critical element of the military mission. FACTOR 6. PERSONAL CONTACTS Personal contacts include MWR and/or command staff, program participants, active-duty military personnel, retirees and family members, visitors, business contacts, and the general public. Related contacts are with equipment manufacturers, maintenance and repair personnel. FACTOR 7. PURPOSE OF CONTACTS The primary contacts are fitness program participants, staff and other fitness program for design and execution. The program contacts involve equipment research, purchasing coordination, maintenance and repair issues, and general facility health and safety issues. FACTOR 8. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work requires moderate physical exertion such as demonstrating the use of fitness equipment, moving heavy weights, recurring bending, stooping, stretching and twisting when demonstrating physical fitness techniques or providing maintenance to fitness equipment and may lift up to 50 pounds unassisted. FACTOR 9. WORK ENVIRONMENT Fitness facility activities involves everyday risks which require normal safety precautions typical of various fitness programs. Work is usually indoors in areas that are adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. Facility may be noisy,
This position is located in the Mid-Atlantic Region, Fleet and Family Readiness Program, Fleet Readiness Department in the Fitness/Sports and Deployed Support Department at the NSN Norfolk Fitness Center. The purpose of this position is to assist the Fitness Director to provide fitness training and education at the installation serviced.